Dictionary
pal•a•din
Pronunciation: (pal'u-din), [key]—
n.
1. any one of the 12 legendary peers or knightly champions in attendance on Charlemagne.
2. any knightly or heroic champion.
3. any determined advocate or defender of a noble cause.
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